IFB 10221289 - Industrial Hygiene and Hazardous Material Remediation Service

The California Department of Water Resources is soliciting bids under IFB 10221289 for as-needed industrial hygiene and hazardous material remediation services at facilities throughout the state. The scope of work focuses on the abatement, removal, and disposal of hazardous materials, specifically lead, asbestos, mercury, and Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs), found in aging electrical equipment and power generation units. Key deliverables include compliance oversight of hazardous materials storage, noise sampling, and the safe hauling of debris via California Department of Toxic Substances Control registered transporters. The contract is anticipated to start in December 2026, and the award will be granted to the lowest responsible bidder. Bidders must hold a valid Class A General Engineering License and provide comprehensive QA/QC and safety programs. Financial security is required through a bidder's bond of 10 percent of the bid amount, with performance and payment bonds each equal to 100 percent of the final contract amount. The solicitation includes specific socioeconomic requirements, including a minimum 3 percent Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise participation rate and preferences for certified small businesses. Compliance with Department of Industrial Relations registration and prevailing wage laws is mandatory. Bids must be submitted by October 6, 2026, and must include a variety of certifications, including disclosures regarding the use of generative artificial intelligence and adherence to the Darfur and Iran Contracting Acts.